FFT511 STCW Advanced Firefighting

Program Overview

This 5-day program, offered by NMIT in New Zealand, equips students with the leadership skills and knowledge to manage fire-fighting operations on ships at sea. It covers topics such as organizing fire parties, inspecting fire-fighting equipment, and preparing incident reports. The program is designed for those who already hold an STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting.

Program Outline

Outline:

Topic 1: Control fire-fighting operations aboard ships

This topic covers the management, organization, and control of fire-fighting operations on board ships at sea and in port, including communication with shore-based firefighters.

Topic 2: Organising and train fire parties

Topic 4: Incident Reports

Other:

The program is aimed at students who already hold an STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting. It is designed to equip them with the leadership skills and knowledge necessary to manage fire-fighting operations on board ships at sea. The program is 5 days long and is offered in Nelson, New Zealand.

• The program is part of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
• The program is delivered by the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT).
• The program is accredited by Maritime New Zealand.
• The program costs $2127.00 in tuition and $31.00 in student levy.
• The program is offered in August 2024.